CVE-2020-4157
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CVE-2020-4157 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM QRadar Network Security 5.4.0 and 5.5.0 contains hard-coded credentials, such as a password or cryptographic key, which it uses for its own inbound authentication, outbound communication to external components, or encryption of internal data. IBM X-Force ID: 174337.. EPSS estimates a 0.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM QRadar Network Security 5.4.0 and 5.5.0 contains hard-coded credentials, such as a password or cryptographic key, which it uses for its own inbound authentication, outbound communication to external components, or encryption of internal data. IBM X-Force ID: 174337.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Qradar Network Security | 5.4.0 |
| Ibm | Qradar Network Security | 5.5.0 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/174337VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6602931Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/174337VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6602931Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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